Animal refuge

May 11, 2008|Larry Judd, Sunrise

A few blocks north of Sunrise Boulevard on Old Hiatus Road in Plantation was a wonderful animal sanctuary, a sanctuary for unwanted animals such as beautiful peacocks, horses, ducks, chickens, cats, birds, iguanas and dogs of all sizes. This sanctuary was cared for by two retired Broward County school teachers, John and Sue Hornoff.

I met John at his favorite watering hole, Quarterdeck. John was very generous with his tips and he is very much missed. I loved listening to John talk about his life as a captain in the Army in Korea and also, his love for teaching history to his students.

John passed away about a year and a half ago. On April 10, his wife, Sue, passed away. This sanctuary was their very own home on a large corner lot.

Sue's brother from New York is taking care of all the legalities, and the animal caregiver, Cheryl, is doing her best to foster out all the animals. It's not an easy task. We thank her for her love and dedication. Their home will probably be up for sale soon.

This sanctuary will be no more. I know that everyone who knew John and Sue will never forget them. Their love for unwanted animals will not be forgotten by this community in the small animal sanctuary in Plantation.